Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Larry W. Irish
May 17, 2018
Larry W. Irish of Covington, passed away May 17, 2018, at the age of 71. Mr. Irish proudly served four years in the United States Air Force. He worked for Georgia Power where he retired after 30 years of service. Mr. Irish was a devoted and supportive member of Shiloh United Methodist Church. He enjoyed country music, playing cards and...
Donald L. Dean
May 12, 2018
Donald Dean of Covington, passed away May 12, 2018, at the age of 81. The youngest of ten children, Mr. Dean was born in Blue Ridge, Georgia, to Ernest Frank and Bessie Pittman Dean, who have preceded him in death. Don served in the Army from 1953 - 1956. He joined with his two nephews who were about the same...
Becky Foskey
May 10, 2018
Becky Foskey of Covington, passed away May 10, 2018, at the age of 59. Becky attended The Baptist Tabernacle in Covington. Her hobbies included gardening, cooking, fresh-water fishing and going to yard sales. Becky shared a special bond with her grandchildren and spent time with them as often as possible. She will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother....
Jason E. Self
May 5, 2018
Jason E. Self of Covington, passed away May 5, 2018, at the age of 35. He treasured being outdoors, whether it was fishing or hunting, and was known as a Grill Master. Jason was a self-employed diesel mechanic, and on his days off, he enjoyed working on trucks. He will be remembered as a loving father to his children. Survivors...
Ancel Bailey
May 3, 2018
Ancel Bailey of Covington, passed away May 3, 2018, at the age of 80. Mr. Bailey was a faithful member of Community Church of Praise. After graduating from Young Harris College in 1958, Mr. Bailey went on to be a homicide detective with the City of Atlanta where he worked for 15 years. During his career, he had the honorable...
Robert (Pop) Miller
May 3, 2018
Robert (Pop) Miller of Conyers, passed away May 3, 2018, at the age of 79. Mr. Miller was a supportive member of Gospel Mission Church in Covington. His career as a driver for Checker Cab Company spanned over 40 years. Whether at home or work, Mr. Miller loved telling jokes and reminiscing about "the old days". Social in nature, he...
Rachel M. Coody
May 3, 2018
Rachel M. Coody, age 33, of Covington, passed away May 3, 2018. Rachel appreciated the fellowship with other believers while attending West Street Community Church, Bible Baptist Church and High Point Baptist Church. She liked to cook and especially enjoyed experimenting with new recipes. A brave, loving and caring mother, Rachel cherished the time she spent with her son. Jareese...
Florence Sears
May 2, 2018
Florence Sears of Porterdale, passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at the age of 92. Mrs. Sears was a devout Christian and faithful member of Bethany Presbyterian Church. She delighted in attending services with her family and oftentimes cooked dinner for everyone on Sundays. Known as the pillar of her family, Mrs. Sears always played a supportive role in each...
Mike Knight
May 2, 2018
Mike Knight of Covington, passed away May 2, 2018, at 61 years of age. A former Mason, he retired as Superintendent of the Electrical Department for the City of Covington after 20+ years of service. Mike never met a stranger and enjoyed watching TV. He was a loving father and grandfather who cherished the time that he spent with his...
Ricardo Robledo-Mendoza
Apr 30, 2018
Ricardo Robledo-Mendoza, de Michoacán, México, paso el 30 de abril de 2018 a los 56 años de edad. Ricardo fue un fiel miembro del Movimiento Misionero Mundial. Le encantaba hablar sobre la palabra de Dios. Además, Ricardo disfrutó cocinando y trabajó duro para apoyar a su familia. Le precedieron en la muerte sus padres, Jesús Robledo y Abigail Mendoza. Los...
Peggy Joyce Payne
Apr 28, 2018
Peggy Joyce Payne of Covington, passed away April 29, 2018, at the age of 84. Mrs. Payne was a member of Christ Cornerstone Church where she taught a Sunday School class as well as working in the church nursery. She enjoyed traveling to the beach, talking on the phone with friends, doing crossword puzzles, and working in her yard. In...
Bobbie Nobles Banks
Apr 27, 2018
Barbara "Bobbie" Nobles Banks was born on May 8, 1926 in Newport News, Virginia. Her mother died giving birth, and Bobbie went home to live with her father and beloved older sisters Mary and Helen. Her sisters, along with her adored grandmother Mattie Wrenn, were integral to her upbringing. Bobbie graduated from high school during World War II and decided...
Mckenna Joyce Spain
Apr 27, 2018
McKenna Joyce Spain, age 2, of Covington, passed away April 27, 2018. Affectionately known to her family as "Princess Kenna", McKenna had an infectious smile that would easily warm your heart. She enjoyed eating, and she loved listening to music - smiling happily and singing along. Princess Kenna was preceded in death by her maternal great-grandparents, William and Judith Erickson;...
Joseph Jenkins Cornish,
Apr 27, 2018
Joseph Jenkins Cornish, IV, of Griffin, passed away Friday, April 27, 2018, at the age of 70. Mr. Cornish proudly and dutifully served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was a true gun enthusiast, and his hobbies included making leather gun holsters and other hand-crafted items. Mr. Cornish will be remembered as a loving father and grandfather....
Mary Durden
Apr 27, 2018
Mary Durden of Porterdale, passed away April 27, 2018, at the age of 85. Mary's life and her activities centered around her love of family. She was happiest sitting on the porch and watching her grandchildren play, or, baking treats for loved ones - especially cakes and pies. Mary and her sister, Carol, would often set-aside Saturday mornings to shop...
Charles Ray (Pete) Ferrell
Apr 26, 2018
Mr. (Pete) Charles Ray Ferrell, age 69, of Conyers, GA, entered Heaven on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at his home, surrounded by family and friends. Pete was born January 22, 1949 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Tillman Ferrell and Rosa Lee Hutchinson Ferrell. Pete was a proud Vietnam Veteran who served in the U.S. Army...
Lillye Cheely Wiley
Apr 26, 2018
Lillye Cheely Wiley of Oxford, passed away April 26, 2018, at the age of 77. She was born June 3, 1940, to Griffith and Josephine Bullock of Eatonton, Georgia. Lillye set her eye on cosmetology and eventually owned and operated "Hairstyles by Lillye", serving her loyal customers for 55 years. Lillye loved good food and socializing. Her beginning-of-summer and Christmas...
Johnny Harville
Apr 25, 2018
Johnny Harville of Covington, passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at the age of 87. Mr. Harville was a founding member of Canaan Baptist Church in Covington. In his younger years, he was a drag-car enthusiast, whether racing his own car or just spending time at the track. As time marched on, Mr. Harville developed other interests and hobbies. He...
Pat Cain
Apr 23, 2018
Pat Cain of Covington, passed away April 23, 2018, at 84 years of age. In addition to traveling in her motor home, Mrs. Cain enjoyed cooking as demonstrated by her outstanding baking skills. She was an avid Atlanta Braves fan and used her green thumb growing African violets. She especially loved gardenias. Mrs. Cain cherished the time she spent with...
Mary Faith Bryan
Apr 22, 2018
Mary Faith Bryan of Cumming, GA, passed away April 22, 2018, at 77 years of age. A Graveside Service for Mrs. Bryan will be held Friday, April 27, 2018, 1:00 PM, in Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Rd., in Covington, GA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 105 Westpark Drive, Suite C, Athens, GA...
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